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SUMMARY:IFSM Technical Meeting & AGM
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite you to the upcoming IFSM Technical Meeting and Annual General Meeting\, an essential event for fire safety professionals looking to stay informed\, connected\, and engaged with the latest developments in our field. \nThis key event will bring together members and industry experts for an day of insightful technical presentations\, important Institute updates\, and valuable networking opportunities. In addition\, a dedicated trade exhibition will showcase the latest innovations and solutions in fire safety. \nEvent Highlights: \n\n\nTechnical Presentations – Gain insight from two expert speakers covering current issues\, advancements\, and best practices in fire safety.\nAnnual General Meeting – Participate in the AGM to hear updates on Institute activities\, financials\, and future initiatives.\nTrade Exhibition – Discover cutting-edge products and services from leading suppliers and innovators.\nNetworking – Engage with fellow professionals\, share knowledge\, and build new connections.\nHospitality – Enjoy complimentary refreshments throughout the day\, including a hot and cold buffet lunch.\n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the Institute’s future\, enhance your technical knowledge\, and strengthen your professional network. \nWe look forward to welcoming you.
URL:https://ifsm.org.uk/event/ifsm-technical-meeting-agm/
LOCATION:Emirates Old Trafford Cricket Ground\, Talbot Rd\, Stretford\, M16 0RA
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SUMMARY:IFSM Awards
DESCRIPTION:IFSM Awards \n(All proceeds go to the Children’s Burns Trust) \nYour ticket includes:\nEntry to the awards ceremony\nRaffle ticket to win the exclusive William Wood “The Red Watch”\nComplimentary drinks and canapés during our post-awards networking reception \nThis will be an afternoon of celebration and recognition\, honouring those who have driven excellence\, innovation\, and dedication in the fire safety sector. \nSpecial guests and industry leaders from across the sector will be in attendance\, along with live music and a comedian. \nNetwork with peers\, professionals\, and some of the biggest names in the industry\, all while supporting an incredible cause.
URL:https://ifsm.org.uk/event/ifsm-awards/
LOCATION:Old Trafford Cricket Ground
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SUMMARY:Fire Risk Assessors: Investigating the Safety of External Walls
DESCRIPTION:Synopsis\nThe scope of fire risk assessments has changed with the introduction of the Fire Safety Act 2021.  The Act has made inclusion of the buildings’ structure and external walls\, and anything attached to the exterior of those walls an integral part of an FRA under Article 6 of the FSO\, where the building contains two or more sets of domestic premises. \nLinked to this\, PAS 9980:2022 states that there are cases where an FRAEW is NOT required – traditionally built masonry blocks and “cases where the quantity of combustible material within the external wall construction or on facades\, is so small that it can be discounted”. \nHow then\, does a fire risk assessor confirm that a full FRAEW is required or not?\nFire and Rescue Services are going to be inundated needlessly with thousands of blocks of apartments flagged up to them\, RPs and leaseholders will spend avoidable money and Fire Engineers distracted from the primary Government objective of appraising medium/high risk buildings. \nThis course is aimed at fire risk assessors to give them the knowledge and skills to help make professional judgements about the risks presented to fire development and spread across different external walls in apartment blocks. \nLearning Objectives:\nThis one-day course will raise your confidence in undertaking FRAs and in making recommendations on external walls\, and specifically provide you with: \n1. Updating and refreshing your knowledge on fire safety law\, codes of practice and guidance.\n2. An understanding of the different types of external walls and materials used in construction.\n3. An insight into practical aspects of investigating external wall construction.\n4. A methodology for appraising risk in external walls\, based on PAS9980. \nSession 1 – Fire safety and building control – legal background\na. Brief history of standards\, codes of practice and guidance\nb. Fire Safety Act 2021 and regulations\nc. PAS 9980:2022; FSF\, FIA and Home Office guidance\nd. Changes to Building Regulations Approved Document B \nSession 2 – Construction of external walls\na. Evolution of design and specification of purpose-built blocks of flats\nb. Typology of external wall construction methods\nc. Traditional construction\nd. Understanding all components and materials used in external walls. \nSession 3 – Investigating external wall types through case studies.\na. Gathering documentation\, information\, and research for determining the external wall construction.\nb. Simple visual and tactile Inspection methods and techniques\nc. Case studies to demonstrate a variety of external walls within and beyond the competency of the fire risk assessor. \nSession 4 – Methodology for appraising risk posed by external walls Using PAS9980 Step 1\na. Introduction to the PAS9980 approach\nb. Explanation of a simple approach by use of a specifically designed template.\nc. Determining the risk rating: fire performance factors\, façade configuration and hazards/fire strategy\nd. Risk ratings posed by different external wall construction\ne. Assessing whether external walls pose a low-medium-high risk\nf. Case studies using the simple template approach \nPresented by: Dr Bob Docherty and Malcolm Thomas \nview course flyer \n 
URL:https://ifsm.org.uk/event/fire-risk-assessors-investigating-the-safety-of-external-walls-3/
LOCATION:Casa Hotel\, Lockoford Ln\, Chesterfield S41 7JB
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DTSTAMP:20250909T154715Z
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SUMMARY:Fire Risk Assessors: Investigating the Safety of External Walls
DESCRIPTION:Synopsis\nThe scope of fire risk assessments has changed with the introduction of the Fire Safety Act 2021.  The Act has made inclusion of the buildings’ structure and external walls\, and anything attached to the exterior of those walls an integral part of an FRA under Article 6 of the FSO\, where the building contains two or more sets of domestic premises. \nLinked to this\, PAS 9980:2022 states that there are cases where an FRAEW is NOT required – traditionally built masonry blocks and “cases where the quantity of combustible material within the external wall construction or on facades\, is so small that it can be discounted”. \nHow then\, does a fire risk assessor confirm that a full FRAEW is required or not?\nFire and Rescue Services are going to be inundated needlessly with thousands of blocks of apartments flagged up to them\, RPs and leaseholders will spend avoidable money and Fire Engineers distracted from the primary Government objective of appraising medium/high risk buildings. \nThis course is aimed at fire risk assessors to give them the knowledge and skills to help make professional judgements about the risks presented to fire development and spread across different external walls in apartment blocks. \nLearning Objectives:\nThis one-day course will raise your confidence in undertaking FRAs and in making recommendations on external walls\, and specifically provide you with: \n1. Updating and refreshing your knowledge on fire safety law\, codes of practice and guidance.\n2. An understanding of the different types of external walls and materials used in construction.\n3. An insight into practical aspects of investigating external wall construction.\n4. A methodology for appraising risk in external walls\, based on PAS9980. \nSession 1 – Fire safety and building control – legal background\na. Brief history of standards\, codes of practice and guidance\nb. Fire Safety Act 2021 and regulations\nc. PAS 9980:2022; FSF\, FIA and Home Office guidance\nd. Changes to Building Regulations Approved Document B \nSession 2 – Construction of external walls\na. Evolution of design and specification of purpose-built blocks of flats\nb. Typology of external wall construction methods\nc. Traditional construction\nd. Understanding all components and materials used in external walls. \nSession 3 – Investigating external wall types through case studies.\na. Gathering documentation\, information\, and research for determining the external wall construction.\nb. Simple visual and tactile Inspection methods and techniques\nc. Case studies to demonstrate a variety of external walls within and beyond the competency of the fire risk assessor. \nSession 4 – Methodology for appraising risk posed by external walls Using PAS9980 Step 1\na. Introduction to the PAS9980 approach\nb. Explanation of a simple approach by use of a specifically designed template.\nc. Determining the risk rating: fire performance factors\, façade configuration and hazards/fire strategy\nd. Risk ratings posed by different external wall construction\ne. Assessing whether external walls pose a low-medium-high risk\nf. Case studies using the simple template approach \nPresented by: Dr Bob Docherty and Malcolm Thomas \nView course flyer
URL:https://ifsm.org.uk/event/fire-risk-assessors-investigating-the-safety-of-external-walls-4/
LOCATION:Casa Hotel\, Lockoford Ln\, Chesterfield S41 7JB
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Fire Strategies Course
DESCRIPTION:This course is developed and delivered by VTSF Ltd for the IFSM. \n\nCourse Overview\n\n\nThis one-day course provides an introduction to fire strategies\, focusing on their purpose\, components\, and significance in the design and construction of buildings in the UK. The course will cover the essentials of what a fire strategy is\, who is responsible for its development\, and the importance of integrating fire safety measures early in the design and construction phases. The day will conclude with a practical group exercise where participants will review and discuss a basic fire strategy. \n\nLearning Objectives\n\nBy the end of this course\, participants will:\n\nUnderstand the fundamental concepts of a fire strategy and its components.\nRecognise the importance of fire strategies in building design and occupant safety.\nIdentify the key stakeholders involved in developing and implementing fire strategies.\nAppreciate the role of drawings and the build stage in the formation of an effective fire strategy.\nApply the knowledge gained by analysing and discussing a basic fire strategy in a group setting.\n\nTutor Bio:\n\n\nTutor Name: David White FIFSM (Life) MIFireE MIIRSM LCGI \n\nBio:\nDavid White is a renowned fire safety professional who has spent over five decades in the industry. He is a former president and current chairman of the Institute of Fire Safety Managers. Throughout his career\, David has been instrumental in promoting and improving fire safety standards in various industries\, including healthcare\, and education.\n\nCourse Rules:\n\nRespect: Respect fellow participants and the instructor. Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.\nEngagement: Actively participate in discussions\, activities\, and group exercises.\nCell Phones and Devices: Keep mobile phones and other electronic devices on silent mode during class. Minimise distractions caused by personal devices. If you need to take a call\, leave the classroom.\nConfidentiality: Respect the confidentiality of information shared within the course. Do not disclose sensitive details discussed by participants.\nSafety: Adhere to safety guidelines during practical exercises. Follow instructions provided by the instructor to ensure personal safety and the safety of others.\nCompliance: Comply with all course policies and guidelines set forth by the instructor and institution.\n\nAccessibility:\nIf you have any accessibility requirements\, please inform events@ifsm.org.uk.
URL:https://ifsm.org.uk/event/introduction-to-fire-strategies-course-5/
LOCATION:IFSM Whitworth Training Suite at Dunston Innovation Centre\, Chesterfield\, S41 8NG
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